Best Glamping near Shushan, NY

Lake Lauderdale Campground near Cambridge offers upscale glamping accommodations within acres of beautiful landscape, just 20 minutes from Vermont. The glamping sites feature comfortable bedding, climate control, and private decks overlooking the lake with stunning mountain views. Located in Washington County, these glamping tents provide an elevated outdoor experience while maintaining access to modern amenities including clean shower facilities, picnic areas, and communal fire pits. Woodford State Park and Moreau Lake State Park also offer glamping options with well-appointed canvas tents and yurts that blend seamlessly with the natural surroundings. A recent visitor noted, "We were blown away by the beauty. So many things nearby to explore. Lake Lauderdale state park and Vermont is just 20 mins away."

Hiking trails through the surrounding forest lead to spectacular vistas, with Lake George and Saratoga Springs both accessible within a short drive from many glamping sites. On-site water activities include kayaking, canoeing, and fishing in pristine lakes, while some properties offer unique stargazing experiences from private observation decks. The region's glamping season typically runs from late April through mid-October, with peak foliage viewing in September and early October adding vibrant color to the experience. Most properties require advance reservations and have minimum stay requirements during summer weekends. One camper shared, "We welcomed the well-maintained spacious wooded grounds. Lots of sites to choose from allowed for privacy while still enjoying amenities like clean bathrooms and showers."

Best Glamping Sites Near Shushan, New York (37)

    1. Woodford State Park Campground

    23 Reviews
    Bennington, VT
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (802) 447-7169

    "Quiet, great fire pits, clean bathrooms, firewood and starter for sale plus access to day use area. The lake next to the campground is beautiful and has plenty of picnic tables and grills for use."

    "We stayed in site 64 which is set back more than 2 car lengths from the road and is pretty well surrounded with trees so it feels very private and secluded."

    2. Lake Lauderdale Campground

    2 Reviews
    Shushan, NY
    1 mile
    Website
    +1 (518) 677-8855

    $49 / night

    "So many things near by to exlore. Lake lauderdale state park and Vermont is just 20 mins away. We really enjoyed our stay and exploring the neighborhood."

    3. Moreau Lake State Park Campground

    18 Reviews
    Gansevoort, NY
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (518) 793-0511

    $95 / night

    "Great thing about this park is the hiking trails and lake so you don’t even have to leave to the park to enjoy great outdoor recreation."

    "Good distance between campsites, good bathroom, fire pits. Overall really good. Would go back."

    4. Emerald Lake State Park Campground

    19 Reviews
    Danby, VT
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (802) 362-1655

    "The camp sites are quite a bit of a walk up the hill from the lake where there is swimming, kayaking, paddle boating and picnicking."

    "Hiking trails are steep, so prepare for a good workout."

    5. Moose Hillock Camping Resorts

    22 Reviews
    Queensbury, NY
    25 miles
    Website
    +1 (518) 792-4500

    "Dunno why others are complaining about the 3 rocks as a fire pit. Plenty functional and directs the heat out towards the seating area.  The pool is as good as it looks in the pictures."

    "Great pool (actually boasts the largest heated pool in the Northeast US) and activities. super clean bathrooms and laundry."

    6. Lake George RV Park

    20 Reviews
    Queensbury, NY
    26 miles
    Website
    +1 (518) 792-3775

    "**Lake George RV Park may be the greatest campground we’ve stayed at yet!"

    "We rented a golf cart from an outside course which was SUPER expensive, so it would be nice if the campground offered their own rentals, but if that's our only complaint, we're happy campers."

    7. Ledgeview Village RV Park

    7 Reviews
    Queensbury, NY
    26 miles
    Website
    +1 (518) 798-6621

    "Bathrooms very clean. Pool was nice. Campground nice for younger families."

    "Big sites, grounds were very clean, level sites, quiet, staff was very pleasant."

    8. King Phillip's Campground

    10 Reviews
    Lake George, NY
    28 miles
    Website
    +1 (518) 668-5763

    "We spent 2 days here on site M2. It was full hookups. The site pad was packed gravel and slightly unlevel. We have a 27 foot camper and was slightly difficult to maneuver into the site."

    "The staff is amazing and know the area very well and are always willing to help. The camp ground is set up nicely and some sites are very private which is nice as well."

    9. Lake George Escape Campground

    25 Reviews
    Warrensburg, NY
    35 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 707-1477

    "Linens, blankets and pillows were provided. There was a fire pit, BBQ, picnic table with umbrella, covered platform, and a partition between campsites."

    "You’ll also a well stocked store as well as a really good restaurant/bar on site. The purple section is the quietest and the blue is closest to the activities."

    10. Molly Stark State Park Campground

    15 Reviews
    Wilmington, VT
    31 miles
    Website
    +1 (802) 464-5460

    "I just stayed 1 night passing through, the drive to the campground was gorgeous. checking in was super easy. Finding my site and the bathroom was a breeze."

    "There are quite a few hiking trails that are located just a short drive away from the site."

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Glamping Reviews near Shushan, NY

289 Reviews of 37 Shushan Campgrounds


  • Cynthia K.
    Aug. 28, 2020

    Half Moon Pond State Park Campground

    Beautifully Well Kept

    We camped here for two nights for a mid-week getaway. The park is small, quiet and very well cared for. Restrooms are modern and clean. Everyone seems to adhere to quiet hours so it was easy to get a good night's sleep. There's no difficulty with fires here, because the firewood sold on site is kiln dried and kept in a shed, and the fire pits are 3 - sided concrete block. We had a waterfront site so we could launch our kayaks right from our site. The pond is very weedy, so fishing was not so great, but the hiking trails around the park were fun. Half Moon is a hidden gem!

  • Laure D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 28, 2024

    Moose Hillock Camping Resorts

    Nothing special

    The good: large, spacious, private sites that are all fairly level and all about the same size. Beautiful pool with 2 water slides, arcade, and cafe that wasn’t opened during the week but will be starting July 1. Clean facilities. Store was fairly well stocked with things you might’ve forgot to pack. Staff was nice.
    The not so good: lots of rules and charges for every little thing, our walkie talkies picked up on staff conversations and we heard they wanted to charge a family a guest fee for a delivery driver if he was on site more than 15 minutes, Showers cost money at $0.25 per 4 minutes, no wifi at all and poor cell reception, pool is NOT heated as they state all over their website, trash is not picked up, no activities or anything to do other than swim. Far from downtown Lake George and no trolley service, charges for early arrival regardless of whether sites is available or not and you can’t sit in their parking arrival area and wait. I would not choose this campground again. It wasn’t horrible. There is so much more they could offer for their resort prices that they charge. Drove through Lake George RV resort on Rt. 149 and I think I’d choose that campground next time. Check out the boats you ride on Lake George! The Adirondack is dog friendly! Get the coupon at the arcade for $3 off the $25 cost. Frontier Town gift shop on Rt 9 with the big teepee out front had great selection of stuff for good prices. Northway Brewing was fun with good beer!

  • Sammii D.
    Jun. 20, 2019

    Lake George Riverview Campground

    Great campsite!

    We pulled in in the middle of memorial day weekend. The place was sold out. Staff was super friendly and had us check in on no time. The campground loses a start only because when it's at full capacity, it is very cramped. Some sites are much bigger than others and have more space though. The Schroon River run right through the campgrounds and you can rent kayaks and canoes or bring your own to go a ride. There is a little beach and just launch on site. The bathrooms are very nice and all individual with a toilet and shower in one. Another downside of you're more full-time is there is no laundry on site. You're 4 miles away from Lake George's downtown which is a great area. Plenty of nearby hikes. Each campsite had a BBQ-like fire pit. Campground has a very nice basketball court, pool and playground. Dog friendly and even we were there it looks like their looking to expand and make more sites. Only one cabin available at the moment.

  • Oscar G.
    Oct. 11, 2021

    Woodford State Park Campground

    Beautiful for fall foliage

    This campground was great. Quiet, great fire pits, clean bathrooms, firewood and starter for sale plus access to day use area. The lake next to the campground is beautiful and has plenty of picnic tables and grills for use. Close to hiking trails and the city of Bennington.

  • M
    Jul. 18, 2019

    Moose Hillock Camping Resorts

    Great campsite, great pool. Cafe service is horrendous. Preachy.

    The goods:

    Campsites are the largest and most private I've ever seen. Fantastic. Good privacy. 

    Dunno why others are complaining about the 3 rocks as a fire pit. Plenty functional and directs the heat out towards the seating area. 

    The pool is as good as it looks in the pictures. Your kids will be here every day and love it. The deepest the pool gets is around 4 feet. There are 2 slides and they are pretty well monitored. 

    The check in staff and the store staff are great. Very helpful. The camp store is pretty well stocked. 

    The needs improvement:

    The café staff are completely incompetent. I went through 3 people to find someone that spoke English. A very basic order of 2 slushies took over 20 minutes and they were both wrong. I watched the same thing happen to the next 4-5 families while my kids drank their slushies. It has a ton of potential but terrible execution. I tried again a day or two later and bought some lunch, it took an hour and the order was wrong. 

    The playlist at the pool area seems to alternate between Jimmy buffett / Bob marley (great!) and a 5 year old's sunday school religious kid songs (wth??). Super annoying. Combine that with the pamphlets handed out at check-in, it's a little preachy. Save that for church, I'm here to camp, Thank you.

  • Christina  M.
    Jul. 28, 2017

    Lake George Escape Campground

    Glamping at its Finest!

    The tent we stayed in was gorgeous! We fit 5 of us comfortably. Linens, blankets and pillows were provided. There was a fire pit, BBQ, picnic table with umbrella, covered platform, and a partition between campsites. There were plenty or outdoor activities to do such as swimming, tubing, kayaking, sports, and bike rentals. They had a gift shop and arcade on site as well. We unfortunately got hit with some pretty bad weather so we couldn't enjoy the grounds as much as we would have liked to but that was obviously not their fault. We had to evacuate the mountain our last evening because of really bad thunder and lightening but the ranger was very helpful and came around to warn us all and encourage us to be careful. They even refunded us for that last night. I would highly recommend this to anyone looking for a real "glamping" experience! You always see those fancy campsites on Pinterest or Instagram so now you can experience it yourself close to home if you live in NY.

    We made the most of our rainy weekend by checking out the town and some caves. Plenty to do in the area of you want to venture out of the campgrounds but if you're there with good weather I doubt you will be bored!!

  • DeAnna V.
    Aug. 22, 2024

    Rogers Rock Campground

    Worst Campground We Have Ever Been To

    Absolute worst campground we have ever been to(and we do a TON of camping in state parks both in NY and out of state and private campgrounds as well). When we arrived our site was covered in trash and the picnic table was in the site next to ours with old propane tanks sitting on them. Beer bottle caps and cigarette ends were EVERYWHERE on our site, crushed cans and bottles scattered around, tons of garbage throughout the site(plastic spoons, cardboard pieces, plastic wrappers, a huge metal pipe, etc.) We spent the first half hour there cleaning up all the trash on our site and we didn't even get it all. All of the sites next to us had just as much trash in them as well and were never cleaned up the duration of our stay either. When walking around we noticed tons of other sites with garbage left in them too. I don't think any of the sites are checked after checkout and if they are they are definitely not cleaned up at all after check out. We stayed on the'other side of the road' and the bathrooms were absolutely disgusting and falling apart. They were never cleaned at all during our stay(although we seen workers sitting in the golf cart goofing around and talking several times instead of actually cleaning the bathrooms). The only thing the workers did was add toilet paper(and not even enough because there were several times we went and there was no toilet paper). We were there 5 nights and the trash can wasn't emptied once and none of the garbage or toilet paper on the floor was ever picked up. There was also poop smeared across the wall and door in the one stall and poop all over one of the other toilets that was like that our whole stay as well. Mirror was literally tapped together with black tape, there was only one faucet handle and locks on the stall were broken. We had to go across the street into the other side of the campground to shower and the showers were absolutely disgusting. Black mold covered the shower curtains, was all in the lights and on the lower and higher sections of walls and it smelled like mildew. It was gross and cannot possibly be safe. This is definitely a party campground and no quiet hours are enforced. People were up partying, drinking and blasting music literally all night. It's such a shame because the location of this campground is amazing and it has the potential to be a great campground but we will never go back. We have never been to any campground this dirty, unkempt and with workers who literally just don't care or do their jobs. Such a disappointment. Wish I had seen all the other bad reviews before going.

  • Nancy W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 12, 2022

    Moreau Lake State Park Campground

    Beautiful State Park

    The road to our campsite was paved and in good shape but there were a few tight spots because of the trees that make it tricky for a big rig (Loop A seems to be the best for big-rigs). Great thing about this park is the hiking trails and lake so you don’t even have to leave to the park to enjoy great outdoor recreation. We found it enjoyable just to hang out in the park rather than trying to find things to do in the area. After hiking and paddling, we loved relaxing out at our campsite with a campfire. 

    Our campsite was spacious but required some maneuvering to avoid scraping trees with our RV. Campsites are spacious, shady, and had good separation between the neighboring sites which we enjoyed. Generators are allowed but not too many people were using them. The few other campers around that used them were mindful of quiet hours. Since it was still a little cool and our windows were closed and we never heard anyone’s generator. The park was not very crowded when we were there, but we can imagine it could get very busy and noisy in the busy summer season. The beach area seems to be a draw for people so the summer camping season is probably packed. The snack bar and gift/supplies shop at the sandy beach area were not open as we were there late in the season. There is also a nice playground for kids to enjoy. 

    This is dry camping so there are no hook-ups but there are restrooms and shower. Both were clean but the shower fluctuated between lukewarm, hot, and warm during my shower. Oh well, the shower felt good after our active days. There are two pavilions you can rent which are nice if big groups want to gather. Take note that only two pets are allowed per campsite, so plan accordingly if you are a pet owner. 

    Access is fairly easy, just off I-87, and there are plenty of signs directing you which way to go. Saratoga Springs and Lake George are nearby if you want to explore. We recommend visiting the National Horse Racing Hall of Fame in Saratoga Springs, if you have time. We would definitely stay here again.

  • Tony B.
    Aug. 8, 2018

    Moose Hillock Camping Resorts

    Great place to stay

    Sites are massive. Even though this is a private campground, each site is like it’s own private oasis with plenty of trees to make you feel like you are camping at most state campgrounds. You are not on top of your neighbor and can actually have some privacy. Great pool (actually boasts the largest heated pool in the Northeast US) and activities. super clean bathrooms and laundry. My only “knock” against is the fire pits. 3 haphazardly arranged rocks does not constitute a legitimate fire area.


Guide to Shushan

Glamping options near Shushan, New York sit between 500-1,000 feet of elevation in the foothills of the Taconic Mountains. The region experiences four distinct seasons with summer temperatures averaging 70-85°F during peak camping months. Many campgrounds in this area remain open from late April through mid-October, with limited availability during shoulder seasons when temperatures can drop below freezing at night.

What to do

Hike Mount Olga: A 1.7-mile round trip trail at Molly Stark State Park Campground leads to a fire tower with views of the Green Mountains. The trail connects to the Hogback Mountain Conservation area with additional miles to explore. "There's a fire tower at the top, which provides awesome views of the Green Mountains. It's also fun to explore the relics of the old Hogback Ski Resort," notes camper Tara S.

Paddle on Emerald Lake: Emerald Lake State Park Campground offers kayak and canoe rentals for exploring the green-hued waters. "The turquoise water is a dream to cool off in. Swimmers can swim out to a small island in the middle of the lake and check out the rope swing," shares reviewer Tara S. The swim area includes a sandy beach and changing facilities.

Bike the Warren County Bikeway: This paved path runs from Lake George to Glens Falls and passes near King Phillip's Campground. The path provides safe biking access to downtown Lake George. "We road the bike path each day to and from Lake George. It was downhill on the way there and a little bit of an uphill battle on the way back but totally worth it! Bring your bikes!!" recommends Stephanie H.

What campers like

Spacious wooded sites: Moose Hillock Camping Resorts offers unusually large campsites with natural separation. "The sites at this park are huge. You could have parked three RVs in our site. Added bonus is that there is nice separation between sites with trees and shrubs that block out your neighbors and provide lots of privacy," writes Nancy W. Some sites feature custom fire pits and can accommodate multiple tents.

Clean swimming areas: Many campgrounds maintain dedicated swimming areas with clear water quality standards. "The pool is very cool, my kids really enjoyed it... The pool is a little less crowded at night & lit up nicely," notes Happy Camper L. about Moose Hillock Camping Resorts. Woodford State Park offers a "beautiful clean swimmable lake with a walking trail around it," according to Sambath T.

Private observation areas: Some sites feature elevated areas for stargazing or wildlife viewing. At Woodford State Park Campground, "We heard coyotes at night and loons in the morning," reports Melissa S. The park's reservoir provides "plenty of space to spread out for paddling and swimming."

What you should know

Reservation requirements: Most campgrounds near Shushan fill quickly during peak season (July-August). At King Phillip's Campground, "Getting the right site here is key. Some have room, privacy, and trees. Others are close together, and out in the open," warns IAN P. Booking 6-11 months in advance is recommended for popular weekends.

Shower facilities: Token-operated showers are common at state parks. "Token operated showers that we didn't use this time," notes Melissa S. about Woodford State Park. At Molly Stark State Park, "THE BATHROOM was the best I've seen camping very clean and updated and honestly gorgeous," reports Beck P.

Campground noise levels: Reviews frequently mention varying noise levels. "Woodford State Park appears to have lots of children. "As other reviews have mentioned there were a ton of happy noisy kids around, couple of unleashed dogs," writes B. At Molly Stark State Park, "Quiet hours start at 10 but it was silent after about 9 which was so amazing," notes Beck P.

Tips for camping with families

Waterpark access: Lake George Escape Campground offers multiple water features for children. "This place is great for families, it has different activities, a waterslide, peddle carts, kayaks and boats for rent, dancing, and teen specific activities too!" explains Meag F. The campground also provides frisbee plates for kids' meals.

Site location strategies: When camping with children, site selection matters. At Emerald Lake State Park, "If you have little ones, check out the map before you reserve a site and find one on the opposite side of the ledge," advises Tara S., noting that "many of them are perched on a steep ledge, making them a bit sketchy for families with kids."

Pet-friendly areas: Campgrounds like Woodford State Park offer dedicated dog swimming zones. "Our dog loved getting a little swim! (No dogs allowed at the day use area)," mentions Melissa S. At Lake George RV Park, the "2 acre dog park with shaded seating for humans, bathrooms and a dog wash station" receives high praise from April L.

Tips from RVers

Site size considerations: Larger RVs require careful site selection. At Moreau Lake State Park Campground, "Loop A seems to be the best for big-rigs" while "the road to our campsite was paved and in good shape but there were a few tight spots because of the trees that make it tricky for a big rig," notes Nancy W.

Hookup variations: Electric, water and sewer options vary widely between campgrounds. Ledgeview Village RV Park features full hookup sites that are "big sites, grounds were very clean, level sites," according to ERIC C. At King Phillip's Campground, "The sewer hook-up was very weird and at an angle that was hard to secure my hose to. Instead of flowing straight down into the ground, it was at 45 degrees and took a big rock for me to secure it," warns Nancy W.

Road access challenges: Some campgrounds have steep roads or tight turns. At King Phillip's Campground, "If your camper sits low, chances are it will hit the road on some of the inclines," cautions Cat R. When navigating Lake George Escape Campground, "Roads in the park are confusing because none are parallel or perpendicular so we had to go slow just to make sure we didn't miss a turn in the RV."

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